Today's barometric pressure in Minneapolis, a 48-hour pressure chart, and a risk score for weather-triggered migraine and headache, based on pressure drops, humidity, and temperature changes.
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Minneapolis experiences some of the widest temperature ranges of any major US city, from -20F winters to 100F summers. These extremes come with massive pressure system changes, and the Alberta Clipper storms that sweep through bring rapid, sharp pressure drops.
Worst season for migraines: October through April, plus June. Minneapolis experiences some of the most extreme temperature and pressure ranges of any major US city. Alberta Clipper systems sweep through rapidly in winter, and the transition seasons bring dramatic clashes between Arctic and Gulf air masses.
Common triggers in Minneapolis: Alberta Clipper rapid pressure drops, extreme cold creating vascular constriction, spring thaw temperature oscillations. The Twin Cities sit where three major air masses compete: dry Arctic air from Canada, moist Gulf air from the south, and Pacific air from the west. This three-way convergence produces more frequent and severe pressure changes than most US metros, with winter being particularly intense.
Typical pressure: Minneapolis averages 985 hPa at rest, measured at the city's own elevation rather than corrected to sea level, and storm systems can push readings down to 968 hPa. Swings of 8-17 hPa over 24 hours are common during active weather and fall within the range most associated with pressure-triggered migraines.
2026 index: Minneapolis ranks #18 of 100 in our 2026 U.S. Migraine Risk Index, where #1 is the most challenging city for weather-driven migraine.
Can Minneapolis weather trigger migraines?
Yes. Minneapolis experiences 8-17 hPa barometric pressure swings, and research shows pressure drops are one of the most common migraine triggers. The city's specific patterns include Alberta Clipper rapid pressure drops, extreme cold creating vascular constriction, spring thaw temperature oscillations.
What time of year are migraines worst in Minneapolis?
In Minneapolis the most barometrically volatile stretch of the year falls in October through April, plus June. That is when weather is most likely to play a part, if weather is a trigger for you at all. See when migraine weather season starts across the U.S.
Is there a barometric pressure headache forecast for Minneapolis?
This page works as one. Many people call a headache that arrives with a weather change a barometric pressure headache, and this forecast tracks the pressure drops, humidity and temperature swings behind that idea. The score covers the next 24 hours in Minneapolis and the chart shows the next 48. It is built on migraine research, so treat it as a rough guide for other headaches. A sudden, severe headache needs urgent medical care, whatever the weather.
Your own forecast
This page shows the weather risk for everyone in Minneapolis. The MigrAid app learns yours. It saves the barometric pressure, humidity and temperature with every migraine you log, shows whether Minneapolis's swings really line up with your attacks, and alerts you when conditions match your own trigger history.